Walters
Dún Laoghaire, Dun Laoghaire
Restaurant in Dun Laoghaire, Ireland
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Dress
Casual
Why go
Walters is a practical Dún Laoghaire pick for an easy local meal rather than a destination booking. Go when convenience and a relaxed evening matter more than a defined cuisine, published wine focus, or special-occasion structure; compare it with Rasam for clearer Indian dining or Aperitivo at the Café for a lighter aperitivo-style plan.
About Walters
Walters is a Dun Laoghaire venue with opening hours that make it a flexible local option through the week: Monday and Tuesday from 5–11:30 PM; Wednesday and Thursday from 12–11:30 PM; Friday and Saturday from 12 PM–12:30 AM; and Sunday from 12–11 PM. The dress code is casual, so plan around an informal visit rather than a formal dress-up booking.
Walters does not specify its cuisine, menu format, price point, drinks focus, ownership details, seat count, or awards. It is in Dun Laoghaire, keeps broad opening hours, has a casual dress code.
Use it for a direct Dun Laoghaire plan
Walters is easiest to consider when the priority is a simple local plan in Dun Laoghaire. As it does not specify a particular food style, service format, or special-occasion setup, avoid building expectations around a particular cuisine, tasting menu, wine programme, or private-dining arrangement unless you confirm those details directly with the venue.
If you are comparing options, keep the decision practical. Walters may suit a casual Dun Laoghaire plan built around its opening hours. For another named option, consider Rasam, or compare with Aperitivo at the Café, Cala, Casper & Giumbini's, or Firebyrd depending on what you are looking for. For broader local planning, Our full Dun Laoghaire restaurants guide is the better starting point.
Planning details
- Location
- 68 George's Street Upper, Dún Laoghaire, Dublin, A96 Y981, Ireland
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- walterspub.ie
- Phone
- +35315673248
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Walters sits firmly in the neighbourhood end of Dún Laoghaire’s dining strip, trading on a lived-in, street-level character rather than a polished, destination feel. The write-up emphasizes a harbour-town rhythm: close enough to the DART to draw from the city, rooted enough to rely on a local regulars’ base. That context produces a pragmatic, approachable energy—food that speaks to British classics and a front-of-house tuned to returning customers. The restaurant feels like part of a working high street, modestly confident and at ease with its suburban setting, making it a dependable option for people who know the area.
Best For
Walters works well for straightforward neighbourhood dining across lunch and dinner services, leaning into British classics that suit both midweek and weekend patterns. Signature plates such as Oven Baked Hake, Pan Seared Fillet of Sea Bass and the Sunday Roast signal a menu built for comforting main courses rather than tasting-menu formality. Its location on George’s Street Upper, within easy reach of the DART, also makes it a practical choice for after-work meals or for groups heading out locally. The place sustains year-round trade by appealing to locals who value consistency and solid cooking.
Ordering Tips
Lean on the signatures when deciding: the listing highlights Oven Baked Hake, Pan Seared Fillet of Sea Bass, Prawn Friture, Fish & Chips and the Sunday Roast, so those dishes are reliable markers of the kitchen’s strengths. The Sunday Roast in particular is a useful pick for a weekend table, while the seafood options indicate attention to fresh, simply executed fish across the menu. Given the neighbourhood setting, expect familiar, well-cooked plates rather than avant-garde experimentation—order with that practical, classic expectation in mind.
Venue details
Ambiance
Warm and welcoming atmosphere enhanced by live jazz music, tasteful décor, and vibrant social energy; upstairs venue space with intimate lighting.
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Experience
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At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Medium
Signature Dishes
- Oven Baked Hake
- Sunday Roast
- Fish & Chips
- Pan Seared Fillet of Sea Bass
- Prawn Friture
Planning details
Location
68 George's Street Upper, Dún Laoghaire, Dublin, A96 Y981, Ireland · Directions
Restaurant context
How Walters compares in Dún Laoghaire
Walters is the easier, more general-purpose choice if the brief is a low-friction local night on George's Street Upper. Rasam is the cleaner pick when the group wants a defined cuisine and a visible €€ signal; that makes it easier to judge value before committing. Walters is better when the decision is less about a specific food style and more about staying central with minimal planning.
Against Firebyrd and Casper & Giumbini's, Walters reads as the more flexible local option, while those peers are better if their formats match the craving. For a lighter, drinks-adjacent plan, Aperitivo at the Café is the sharper cross-shop. If the evening needs to feel more restaurant-led, check Cala before defaulting here.
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Compare Walters
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Walters | Dun Laoghaire | ; | ; | No published awards |
| Firebyrd | Dun Laoghaire | ; | ; | No published awards |
| Casper & Giumbini's | Dublin | ; | ; | No published awards |
| Aperitivo at the Café | Dun Laoghaire | ; | ; | No published awards |
| Rasam | Dun Laoghaire | Indian | €€ | Michelin Guide Great Britain & Ireland 20262025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate |
| Cala | Dun Laoghaire | ; | ; | Guía Repsol Soles 20262026 Michelin Plate2025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
How far ahead should I book Walters?
Walters does not specify booking lead times or reservation policy. Check directly with Walters before planning around a specific date, especially for Friday or Saturday, when hours run until 12:30 AM.
Is Walters good for solo dining?
Walters does not specify its seating style or service format, so solo-dining suitability is best checked directly with the venue. Walters is in Dun Laoghaire, has a casual dress code, opens from 12 PM Wednesday through Sunday and from 5 PM Monday and Tuesday.
What should a first-timer know about Walters?
Walters is in Dun Laoghaire, the dress code is casual, the hours are Monday and Tuesday 5–11:30 PM; Wednesday and Thursday 12–11:30 PM; Friday and Saturday 12 PM–12:30 AM; and Sunday 12–11 PM.
Is Walters good for a special occasion?
Walters does not specify a special-occasion format, private dining, menu style, or level of formality. Treat Walters as a casual Dun Laoghaire option unless the venue confirms additional details for your date.
Is lunch or dinner better at Walters?
Walters opens from 12 PM Wednesday through Sunday and from 5 PM Monday and Tuesday. It does not specify separate lunch or dinner menus, so choose a time based on the hours and confirm menu details directly if they matter to your plan.
